Tae Hoon Lee, Hyunmi Park, Se-Jin Baek, Jung-Myun Kwak, Seon-Hahn Kim, Jin Kim
{"title":"A Minimally Invasive Pelvic Multivisceral Resection Approach for Locally Advanced Primary Colorectal Cancers: A Single-Institution Experience.","authors":"Tae Hoon Lee, Hyunmi Park, Se-Jin Baek, Jung-Myun Kwak, Seon-Hahn Kim, Jin Kim","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0555","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0555","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> The role of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) in locally advanced colorectal cancers (CRCs) suspected of direct invasion to adjacent organs or structures remains controversial. The aim of this study is to verify the safety and feasibility of minimally invasive multivisceral resection (MVR) surgery for locally advanced CRCs compared with conventional open surgery. <b><i>Materials and Methods:</i></b> Prospectively collected data from patients who underwent MVR for locally advanced CRCs from 2007 to 2017 were retrospectively reviewed. Patients with preoperative clinically suspected T4b stage cancers were enrolled in the study. <b><i>Results:</i></b> There were 30 and 19 patients in the MIS and open surgery groups, respectively. Seven patients in the MIS group required conversion, and the most common reason for conversion was ureter and bladder invasion. Tumor sizes were significantly larger in the open group (5.46 cm versus 7.48 cm, <i>P</i> = .010), whereas the MIS group included more patients with rectal cancers (56.7% versus 21%, <i>P</i> = .021). No differences were observed between the two groups in terms of operation time, estimated blood loss, and postoperative hospital stay. Curative (R0) resection was achieved in all patients, and the median follow-up period was 23 months. The 3-year overall survival in the MIS group was 73.6% and 77.9% in the open group (<i>P</i> = .445), and the 3-year total disease-free survival (DFS) was 59.2% and 51.4%, respectively (<i>P</i> = .695). Three-year local DFS was 83.3% for the MIS group, and 51.4% for the open group (<i>P</i> = .120). <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> MIS for primary T4b CRCs without urinary tract invasion is safe and feasible.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"727-732"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39541239","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Oliver A Varban, Anne H Cain-Nielsen, Michael H Wood, Arthur M Carlin, Amir A Ghaferi, Dana A Telem
{"title":"Adopt or Abandon? Surgeon-Specific Trends in Robotic Bariatric Surgery Utilization Between 2010 and 2019.","authors":"Oliver A Varban, Anne H Cain-Nielsen, Michael H Wood, Arthur M Carlin, Amir A Ghaferi, Dana A Telem","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0150","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0150","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> It is unknown if surgeons are more likely to adopt or abandon robotic techniques given that bariatric procedures are already performed by surgeons with advanced laparoscopic skills. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> We used a statewide bariatric-specific data registry to evaluate surgeon-specific volumes of robotic bariatric cases between 2010 and 2019. Operative volume, procedure type, and patient characteristics were compared between the highest utilizers of robotic bariatric procedures (adopters) and surgeons who stopped performing robotic cases, despite demonstrating prior use (abandoners). <b><i>Results:</i></b> A total of 44 surgeons performed 3149 robotic bariatric procedures in Michigan between 2010 and 2019. Robotic utilization peaked in 2019, representing 7.24% of all bariatric cases. We identified 7 surgeons (16%) who performed 95% of the total number of robotic cases (adopters) and 12 surgeons (27%) who stopped performing bariatric cases during the study period (abandoners). Adopters performed a higher proportion of gastric bypass both robotically (22.9% versus 3.1%, <i>P</i> < .001) and laparoscopically (27.5% versus 15.1%, <i>P</i> < .001), when compared with abandoners. Surgeon experience (no. of years in practice), type of practice (teaching versus nonteaching hospital), and patient populations were similar between groups. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Robotic bariatric utilization increased during the study period. The majority of robotic cases were performed by a small number of surgeons who were more likely to perform more complex cases such as gastric bypass in their own practice. Robotic adoption may be influenced by surgeon-specific preferences based upon procedure-specific volumes and may play a greater role in performing more complex surgical procedures in the future.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"768-774"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39829944","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Endoscopic Decompression of Sigmoid Volvulus: Review of 748 Patients.","authors":"Sabri Selcuk Atamanalp","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0613","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0613","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Sigmoid volvulus (SV) is the twisting of the sigmoid colon around itself. Endoscopy both helps diagnosis and provides treatment in the absence of peritonitis or perforation in SV. Nevertheless, there are some controversies or limitations on this subject. The aim of this study is to evaluate the current role of the endoscopic decompression in the treatment of SV. <b><i>Materials and Methods:</i></b> The clinical records of 1040 patients with SV treated over a 55-year period from June 1966 to July 2021 were reviewed retrospectively until June 1986 and prospectively thereafter. For each case, preoperational parameters, treatment options, and prognosis were noted. <b><i>Results:</i></b> Endoscopic decompression was tried in 748 patients (71.9%). The procedure was successful in 585 cases (83.2%), whereas unsuccessful in 118 (16.8%) of 703 patients (94.0%) with viable bowel. The mortality rate was 0.5% (4 patients), the morbidity rate was 1.9% (14 patients), the early recurrence rate was 5.5% (32 patients), whereas the mean hospitalization period was 34.6 hours (range: 24-96 hours). <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Despite some controversies or limitations in some subjects including the strategy in ischemic or gangrenous cases, the factors affecting the success, kind of the used instruments, technical details of the application, role of the flatus tubes, and the specific topics such as SV in childhood or pregnancy, endoscopic decompression is the first-line therapy in selected patients with SV.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"763-767"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39866774","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yuan Wang, Yunxiao Lyu, Ting Li, Bin Wang, Yunxiao Cheng
{"title":"Comparing Outcomes Following Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Biliary Drainage Versus Percutaneous Transhepatic Biliary Drainage for Malignant Biliary Obstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.","authors":"Yuan Wang, Yunxiao Lyu, Ting Li, Bin Wang, Yunxiao Cheng","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0587","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0587","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> The aim of this study was to explore the efficacy and safety of endoscopic ultrasound-guided biliary drainage (EUS-BD) and percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage (PTCD) in patients with malignant biliary obstruction and failed endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> We searched PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), and ClinicalTrials.gov to identify studies reporting outcomes comparing EUS-BD and PTCD. <b><i>Results:</i></b> We identified 9 studies involving 469 patients. Technical success was similar for EUS-BD and PTCD (odds ratio [OR], 0.76; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.17-3.30; <i>P</i> = .71). EUS-BD was associated with higher clinical success versus PTCD (OR, 2.11; 95% CI, 1.15-3.87; <i>P</i> = .02) in all studies. However, there was no significant difference between groups in studies using self-expandable metal stents (OR, 0.36; 95% CI, 0.06-2.00; <i>P</i> = .24). The reported adverse event rate was significantly lower for EUS-BD compared with PTCD (OR, 0.33; 95% CI, 0.22-0.52; <i>P</i> < .00001). <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> The available literature suggests that EUS-BD is associated with fewer adverse events, greater clinical success, and comparable technical success compared with PTCD. According to the shortcomings of our study, more large, high-quality, randomized controlled trials are needed to compare these techniques and confirm our findings.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"747-755"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39539666","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Robotic Vessel Sealer Device for Lymphocele Prevention After Pelvic Lymphadenectomy: Results of a Randomized Trial.","authors":"Ronney Abaza, Sean Jay Henderson, Oscar Martinez","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0531","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0531","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Introduction:</i></b> Pelvic lymph node dissection (PLND) during robotic prostatectomy is associated with potential complications. The most common complication of PLND is lymphoceles, occurring in up to 50% of patients in studies with screening imaging but usually asymptomatic. We performed a prospective randomized trial to evaluate whether using advanced bipolar energy for PLND via the robotic vessel sealer can prevent lymphoceles. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> A total of 120 patients were enrolled in the trial with each patient serving as their own control. Robotic PLND was randomly performed using the vessel sealer on one side and standard PLND using clips on the other side. All patients underwent screening computed tomography scan 3 months postoperatively with radiologists blinded to the assigned technique. Significant lymphoceles were defined as fluid collections ≥3 cm in any plane. <b><i>Results:</i></b> Of those enrolled, 114 completed the study. The mean nodal yield was 6.5 nodes, with 3.1 versus 3.4 nodes for vessel sealer side versus standard technique (<i>P</i> = .35), respectively. The mean operative time for PLND was 11.3 versus 11.1 minutes (<i>P</i> = .62), respectively. Twenty-two lymphoceles were identified. Ten occurred on the vessel sealer side versus 12 on the standard side (8.8% versus 10.5%, <i>P</i> = .412). All lymphoceles were asymptomatic. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> While the robotic advanced bipolar device did not appear to prevent lymphoceles, the vessel sealer also did not increase the rate of lymphoceles compared with a standard technique using clips. Both techniques were equally efficacious, efficient, and safe for PLND such that surgeons who prefer to avoid clips can reasonably use the vessel sealer, although at increased cost. Clinical Trial Registration number: NCT02035475.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"721-726"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39542721","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Factors Affecting Transperitoneal Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy.","authors":"Roozbeh Tanhaeivash, Marc-Oliver Grimm","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0520","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0520","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Objectives:</i></b> To evaluate the impact of body mass index (BMI), preoperative risk classification, previous inguinal herniotomy, and abdominal operations on several steps of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) and lymph node (LN) involvement. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> A total number of 225 consecutive patients were included in the study who underwent transperitoneal RARP by 1 surgeon. We defined the following parameters as dependent variables: duration of prostatectomy, duration of pelvic lymphadenectomy, incision to suture time, console time, number of dissected LNs and number of positive LNs for metastasis. We assessed the impact of the following covariates using univariate nonparametric and multivariate analysis: BMI, preoperative D'Amico risk classification, history of inguinal herniotomy, and previous abdominal operations. <b><i>Results:</i></b> We observed a statistically significant difference among our three BMI groups (<25, ≥25 and <30, and ≥30 kg/m<sup>2</sup>) regarding pelvic lymphadenectomy and LN metastasis. Moreover, among the three risk groups (low, intermediate, and high) duration of prostatectomy, pelvic lymphadenectomy, and LN metastasis were statistically different. Previous abdominal operations have been also demonstrated to significantly influence the pelvic lymphadenectomy. In addition, our multivariate model proved the impact of our covariates on pelvic lymphadenectomy. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Our findings highlight the impact of BMI and preoperative risk on various steps of RARP. We revealed longer duration of pelvic lymphadenectomy and more nodal yield in patients with higher BMI and high-risk disease. Therefore, we suggest that BMI and risk classification according to D'Amico should be taken into account while a RARP is being planned.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"781-786"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39768472","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alixandra Wong, Matthew J Burstow, Peter J Yuide, Sanjeev Naidu, Raymond P Lancashire, Terence C Chua
{"title":"Comparative Analysis of Models of Care and Its Impact on Emergency Cholecystectomy Outcomes.","authors":"Alixandra Wong, Matthew J Burstow, Peter J Yuide, Sanjeev Naidu, Raymond P Lancashire, Terence C Chua","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0588","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0588","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> The implementation of the acute surgical unit (ASU) model has been demonstrated to improve care outcomes for the emergency general surgery patient in comparison to the traditional \"on call\" model. Currently, only few studies have evaluated surgical outcomes of the ASU model in patients with acute biliary pathologies. This is the first comparative study of two different emergency surgery structures in the acute management of patients with acute cholecystitis and biliary colic. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> A retrospective review of patients who underwent emergency cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis and biliary colic at two tertiary hospitals between April 2018 and March 2019 was conducted. Primary outcomes included length of hospital stay, time from admission to definitive surgery, and postoperative complications. Secondary outcomes include proportion of cases performed during daylight hours, length of operating time, rate of conversion to open cholecystectomy, and consultant surgeon involvement. <b><i>Results:</i></b> A total of 339 patients presented with acute biliary symptoms and were managed operatively. Univariate analysis identified a shorter mean time to surgery in the traditional group compared to the ASU group (29.2 hours versus 43.1 hours; <i>P</i> < .001). There was no difference in mean length of stay, operation duration between models, and postoperative complication rates between groups, with the majority of surgeries performed during daylight hours. The ASU group had a greater proportion of consultant-led cases (48.2% versus 2.5%, <i>P</i> < .001) compared to the traditional group. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> Patients with acute biliary pathology requiring laparoscopic cholecystectomy achieve equivalent surgical outcomes irrespective of the model of acute surgical care.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"756-762"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39829366","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lin Lin, Zhanwen Wang, Quanchao Zhang, Canfeng Wang, Zhanxue Zhang
{"title":"Application of Transumbilical Laparoscopic Surgery on Low/Ultralow Rectal Cancer for Anal Sphincter Preservation.","authors":"Lin Lin, Zhanwen Wang, Quanchao Zhang, Canfeng Wang, Zhanxue Zhang","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0586","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0586","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Rectal cancer is a common malignant tumor in the gastrointestinal tract. This work compares the effects of transumbilical laparoscopic surgery (TULS) and laparoscopic-assisted surgery on the anus-preserving effect of low/ultralow rectal cancer. <b><i>Materials and Methods:</i></b> Eighty patients with rectal cancer admitted to our hospital from February 2011 to July 2016 were randomly selected and divided into the laparoscopic group and TULS group, 40 cases in each group, all underwent radical anorectal cancer radical surgery. Statistical analysis was performed on surgical-related indicators in the two groups. <b><i>Results:</i></b> Two patients converted to open surgery were excluded. Five patients were excluded because of radical abdomen perineal resection for rectal cancer. Six patients were converted to TULS from laparoscopic surgery. Sixty-seven patients in the experimental group successfully completed anus-sparing surgery, and none died during the operation. The compliance rate of the distance between the lower edge of the tumor and the incision edge of the specimen in the TULS group was better than that in the laparoscopic group (<i>P</i> < .05). There were no significant differences between the two groups in terms of surgical time, blood loss, number of lymph node dissections, functional time of voluntary defecation and postoperative complications, tumor-free recurrence rate at 3 years, and 3-year survival rate after surgery (<i>P</i> > .05). <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> The TULS method is safe and feasible in low and ultralow rectal cancer surgery. It has more advantages than laparoscopic-assisted surgery for anus preservation.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"740-746"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39815808","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Impact of Acupuncture on Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting in Obese Adult Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial.","authors":"Mehtap Honca, Tevfik Honca, Münire Babayigit, Hakan Bulus","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0406","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0406","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Objectives:</i></b> We wanted to research the effect of acupuncture on postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in morbidly obese adult patients who were scheduled for laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. <b><i>Design:</i></b> This prospective randomized controlled study included 62 American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status I-III, 18- to 60-year-old morbidly obese patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Patients were assigned using a closed envelope method to both groups equally. Group I consisted of acupuncture and metoclopramide; Group II consisted of metoclopramide. <b><i>Setting:</i></b> The study was carried out in Kecioren Educational Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey. <b><i>Interventions:</i></b> Acupuncture was performed by needling PC6, LI4 acupoints bilaterally and Yin Tang acupoint in Group I. Metoclopramide was administered as an antiemetic drug in both groups. <b><i>Measurements:</i></b> Demographic parameters, SAMBA PONV risk, first analgesic requirement time and PONV of the patients at the recovery 0-1, 1-6, 6-12, and 12-24 hours after operation were recorded. We used the simplified PONV impact scale to determine the intensity of nausea and its effects on the patient. <b><i>Results:</i></b> Nausea was observed in 37.5% of patients in Group I and 63.3% of patients in Group II at the recovery. Nausea intensity was not different between the groups at the postoperative 1-6 hours, but vomiting count was found higher in Group II at the postoperative 12-24 hours. Apfel score of the patients were similar between the groups. PONV impact scale was found higher in Group II. First analgesic requirement time was found shorter and demand for additional analgesic treatment was found significantly higher in Group II. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Combining acupuncture with antiemetic treatment reduced nausea intensity and vomiting in the postoperative follow-up period. Also, patient's first analgesic demand time was found longer and the requirement for additional analgesic treatment was found lower in the acupuncture group.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"775-780"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39822741","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Retrospective Study on the Feasibility of Completely Laparoscopic Transabdominal Approach Partial Intersphincteric Resection.","authors":"Honghong Zheng, Zhehong Li, Shuai Zheng, Jianjun Li, Enhong Zhao","doi":"10.1089/lap.2021.0544","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2021.0544","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> With the development of surgical techniques, gastrointestinal surgeons seek ways to improve the quality of life (QOL) for postoperative patients, while ensuring the tumor radical effect, such as reducing trauma, alleviating pain, and preserving the anus. This article discusses the postoperative outcomes of completely laparoscopic transabdominal approach partial intersphincteric resection (CLTPISR). <b><i>Materials and Methods:</i></b> The clinical data of 68 patients who underwent CLTPISR at the Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College between May 2017 and June 2020, including procedure-related data, general postoperative conditions, and postoperative anal function data, were retrospectively analyzed to investigate the feasibility and safety of CLTPISR. <b><i>Results:</i></b> All 68 rectal cancer patients completed the CLTPISR. The average age was (60.47 ± 7.08) years, the average operative time was (196.22 ± 8.15) minutes, the mean operative bleeding was (49.12 ± 29.61) mL, and the average postoperative hospital stay was (13.46 ± 4.78) days. The postoperative pathology showed that the circumferential margins and distal margins were all negative, the maximum tumor diameter was (3.26 ± 1.11) cm, the distance from the anal verge was (3.92 ± 0.89) cm, and the average number of lymph nodes cleared was (11.06 ± 3.67). There were 28 stage I patients (41.18%), 21 stage II patients (30.88%), and 19 stage III patients (27.94%). The median follow-up time after surgery was 28 months, and the rates of distant metastasis, disease-free survival, and overall survival of the patients were 8.82%, 91.18%, and 95.59%, respectively. The patient's postoperative anal function gradually recovered as time increased. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Under the premise of strictly grasping the indications, the CLTPISR is a safe and feasible surgery. It could achieve maximum anal preservation and improve patients' QOL, while maintaining the tumor radical effect, and had the advantages of the short operation time, low intraoperative bleeding, and quick recovery. The Clinical Trial Registration number is LL2020397.</p>","PeriodicalId":508448,"journal":{"name":"Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A","volume":" ","pages":"620-626"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39394809","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}